…Christi Heintz. Sabrina Hill reports. Almond Update 6-11-15 For more on Project Apis m. visit its website. For more on pollinators from the Almond Board, visit its website at www.almonds.com/growers/pollination….
USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Help Repair Housing in Rural Communities
…page 28943 of the May 20, 2015 Federal Register. USDA is making up to $3.3 million in grants available in Fiscal Year 2015. Pre-applications are due by 5:00 p.m. Eastern…
Commodity Groups Meet to Review Sustainability Progress, Share Ideas for the Future
…represented including almonds, grapes, tomatoes, and other fruits and vegetables. “If we are going to continue to successfully grow healthy and nutritious food in California, we need to extend our…
USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Help Socially-Disadvantaged Producers
…notice is $175,000. More information on how to apply can be found on page 28937 of the May 20 Federal Register. Applications submitted by mail must be postmarked by July…
The California Kitchen: Cherry Almond Pound Cake
…1 Lb of Butter 1 Lb Sugar 2 t Baking Powder 1 Cup Roasted Almonds To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California…
Proportion Deficit Irrigation in Almonds
Many almond growers in the state are looking at proportion deficit irrigation to get through another dry year and experts agree. Proportion Deficit Irrigation in Almonds Pomology Nut Crop Advisor…
CDFA’s Drought Resources Web Page; a Useful Tool for Farmers, Ranchers and Farmworkers
CDFA’s Drought Resources web page stands as a valuable tool for farmers, ranchers and farmworkers seeking information about the drought in California and assistance programs. The page features links to…
Almond Update: Almond Sustainability Tour
…almond industry continues to improve sustainability. Sabrina Hill reports. This slideshow requires JavaScript. Almond Update: Almond Sustainability Tour Key points included the fact that almonds use less than 8 percent…
Grower Frustrated with Misinformation about Almonds
…Dennis Jizmejian, says he’s frustrated by all the bad information. Hear from Jizmejian and the Almond Board of California in this special report by Sabrina Hill. The truth about almonds…
Regional Crop Production Report for May 12, 2015
…the following commodities: Almonds – The 2015 California almond production (shelled basis) is forecast at 1.85 billion pounds, down 1 percent from the 2014 production of 1.87 billion pounds. Forecasted…
USDA announces $30 Million for Food Entrepreneurs and Agricultural Producers to Develop New Products
…for beginning farmers, military veterans engaging in farming and smaller farm operations participating in the local and regional food system.” More information on how to apply is on page 26528…
Importance of Sanitation for Navel Orangeworm
Almonds growers in the Central Valley were reminded of the importance of sanitation when dealing with navel orangeworm. Importance of Sanitation The San Joaquin Sustainable Farming Project held it’s spring…
CDFA Introduces Pollinator Protection Web Page
…Protection web page as a resource for Californians and others interested in the issue. The web page features links to programs detailing CDFA’s commitment to protecting pollinators in the course…
Almond Board: Getting out the Facts about Almonds
…Head to almonds.com/water for more information on water use for almonds. You can also click on the images on this page to see full versions of the graphics and information….